Overview

The Paris Pass offers you the most romantic city in the world, its attractions and shopping galleries at a bargain deal. From museums and monuments to urban transport and restaurants, the Paris Pass is dedicated to helping you make the most of Paris, whilst also allowing you save both time and money. The Paris Pass includes everything you will need for a great city break.

Free entrance: Benefit from free entry to over 50 of Paris’ world famous attractions, including the Louvre Museum, Arc of Triumph, Notre Dame, Palace of Versailles, Orsay Museum, Tropical Aquarium, Grevin Wax Museum etc. Get a free passage on Seine River Day Cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, Tour Maine-Montparnasse, Tenniseum of Roland Garros.

Unlimited travel: With a Paris Pass you will benefit from unlimited travel time on the Metro, buses, tramway and RER within central Paris.

Free guidebook: To make sure you do not to miss anything, use your free guidebook. It details useful information including maps and directions as well as great tips on how to make the most out of your trip.

Special offers:Benefit from discount and special offers at Galeries Lafayette, great deals at restaurants, a special free gift at one of France’s best perfumeries and even a free Cell Phone Rental.

The Moulin Rouge.

How to activate the Paris Pass?

Once you have booked your Paris Pass on our website, you will receive a voucher by mail. You must exchange this voucher at a designated location, within 6 months from the date of purchase.

Conditions of use

Validity: The Paris Pass is valid for a period of 2, 4 or 6 consecutive days

Discounts:Child rate applies for children from 4 to 11 years old inclusive. Youth rate applies for travellers from 12 to 17 years old inclusive.

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FAQ

Common Questions, Simple Answers

Q. What types of sleeping compartments or accommodations are available on overnight trains?

A. There are Second class, First class, and on some overnight trains, Premier class accommodations.

In Second class, you can relax in a reclining seat, a ‘couchette’ that is a shared compartment with up to 6 beds, or a compartment with 3 to 4 beds.

In First class, you’ll share a more relaxing locking compartment with one or two beds and a wash basin in the compartment.

Lastly, on some trains, you can book a Premier class ticket for a great night of sleep with private, lockable accommodations for one or two, a private shower and toilet, and includes breakfast and on some trans, dinner.

Sleeping accommodations vary by train type and by route. Be sure to read the product details for the overnight train you’re interested in to see what that train offers in each class of service.

Q. Is dinner and/or breakfast included with my reservation on an overnight train?

A. When you travel on an overnight train meal inclusions vary depending on the train you are on, as well as what type of train ticket you have purchased. With the purchase of a Premier class ticket, you will generally get a meal on board the train. This meal is typically breakfast in the morning. Some trains will bring the meal to you in your compartment, while other trains will serve you breakfast in the restaurant car on board the train.

If you are not traveling in a First Class sleeping compartment, don’t worry, you won’t starve on board! Overnight trains all include a restaurant car, bar car or vending machine services containing hot/cold drinks and snacks. Most restaurant/bar cars are open until at least 1:00am. Additionally, you can purchase food before hopping on board the train and eat as you wish. Though not included with the price of your ticket, you can certainly find something to eat during the ride.

Q. What do I need to show to the conductor when traveling by train with a rail pass?

A. While traveling with a rail pass, you will need to show the conductor your pass. Be sure your pass is activated prior to boarding the train. For trains that require reservations, be sure to have your valid reservations ready to show the conductor, as well. Lastly, it is not uncommon for a conductor to request to see your passport, best to keep it handy.

Q. How fast can I receive my travel documents?

A. After your booking has been invoiced, you should receive your tickets and/or rail passes within 2-7 business days. In some locations, express overnight delivery may be available for an additional cost.

If you booked e-tickets, you should receive an email and ticket instructions shortly after your booking is confirmed.

Q. In the event of a strike, is my rail pass covered under the Rail Protection Plan™?

A. In general no – the Rail Protection Plan™ doesn’t provide specific coverage for rail passes, city passes, or tours in the event a strike occurs during your travels.

During a strike, there are usually trains that operate along all routes, as well as substitute buses. While you may not be able to take the exact train you were planning on using, there are usually trains or some other method of transportation that can get you to where you need to go.

In case a severe strike occurs that significantly prevents you from using your pass as intended, you may contact our customer relations team. We will review your particular circumstances and may provide compensation, if appropriate.

Q. How can I check to see if food is served on a particular train?

A. When you search for a train schedule, the results page will give you the opportunity to click and view the onboard services for each class of service offered.

Q. How do I contact you while I’m in Europe?

A. If you need to contact us while you’re in Europe, you can send us a message by visiting our Contact Us Page.

Q. Do I need to do anything with my rail pass before boarding the train?

A. Yes. You will need to visit the ticket window at the train station before boarding your first train to activate your rail pass. A railroad official will enter the first and last day of validity on your rail pass and stamp your rail pass. You will have to show your passport, and the name on your rail pass will need to match it. Then, in case of a flexi-pass, for each day you use your rail pass you will need to enter the date in the designated travel calendar box on your rail pass. If you board a train and have not entered the date, when the conductor comes around to check your travel documents you may be subject to a fine and the payment of full fare ticket that will need to be paid in local currency directly to the conductor. Be sure to read all documentation that accompanies your rail pass prior to departure. The more you know about your rail pass, the more likely you are to avoid issues onboard the train.

Q. I am taking a cruise while in Europe. How do I connect between the train station and port of call?

A. Traveling between a port and a train station is usually simple. Sometimes, getting between the two is an easy walk. And in other cases, it’s best to take a taxi, bus, or train.

Q. I’m leaving for Europe within 3 days and need to buy train tickets or rail passes. What are my options?

A. Some European train operators now offer electronic ticketing. If the train you’re interested in offers this, you can buy a train ticket up until its day of travel and retrieve it locally at the station using your unique e-ticket confirmation code or by printing it at home before you leave.

Currently, e-tickets are only offered on Eurostar, Thalys, Renfe, Talgo, Italo & Trenitalia along with select German, French (including international TGVs), and British trains. This type of ticketing will be available on other routes in the near future. At this time, the only rail passes available as e-passes are the Renfe Spain Pass and Swiss Travel Pass.

All other trains, certain activity vouchers, and rail passes must be issued as a paper document and mailed to you prior to your departure. If you’re leaving within three days, you should contact us via our Contact Us page and we’ll be able to advise whether there’s enough time for you to get your train ticket or rail pass prior to your leaving for Europe.

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We offer an exclusive Rail Protection Plan™ that gives you the flexibility to change your train ticket, rail pass, reservation and select activities with no questions asked. You'll also be protected in the event of a railroad strike for train tickets, and in the case of loss or theft of paper tickets, rail passes, city passes or tours.